Most often, the value of the grain (in dollars-per-tonne) is usually greater than the cost of the structure in which it is stored. Minor expenditure in improving the quality of the storage can thus be quickly recovered if commodity losses are commensurably reduced....
The proper performance of all the processes involved in the post-harvest handling of grains and oilseeds, which includes their storage, transport and post-harvest conditioning, is essential to maintain the highest quality. Adequate conservation measures are...
The harmony between structural, conveying and grain storage systems is key for the proper functioning of a storage plant. Grain silos are not isolated structures; instead, they have steel structures that enable various functions. For instance, these metal structures...
Rice is one of the most important human food crops in the world, directly feeding nearly half of world’s population. Adequately performed rice post-harvest handling operations contribute to prevent food losses and consequently to achieve food security. The key...
Silos are made of sheet metal, with a galvanised coating. And although it may seem otherwise, the increase in temperature of the sheet due to the heat of the sun is very superficial and does not affect the grain mass. The temperature variation that does affect the...
Storing wood pellets in metal silos is an efficient and practical option for keeping this solid fuel in optimal conditions. To ensure the efficient and safe storage of wood pellets, it is important to consider the following key aspects when installing a pellet storage...
